INTRODUCTION TO FOOD TECHNOLOGY
FOOD SCIENCE VS FOOD TECHNOLOGY
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It is fresher.
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It is more nutritious.
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It costs less.
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It uses more CO2.
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Detailed explanation-1: -This relates to the simple concept of supply and demand; in-season produce is in large supply so it is sold at cheaper prices to maintain demand. Produce is more expensive in its off-season because it costs more to import it from regions of the country/world where production can happen year-round.
Detailed explanation-2: -Summer is by far the best season for food because it tends to be healthy, fresh, and colorful. These are all things our diet needs after the long, dull winter months. Summer brings foods that can put you in the right mindset to make the most out of your temporary freedom from school for a little bit.
Detailed explanation-3: –Seasonal food is ecological-Eating seasonal food decreases the demand of out-of-season produce, increases the consumption of local farming and more importantly lessens the time for refrigeration, decreases the cost involved in transportation and irrigation of the crops.